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Gosselin barge transport sees growth of 12%

“Even in these turbulent times there is still potential for growth”, says Dirk Vanhoutteghem, Director of Gosselin Logistics. “We look at every transport from a multimodal perspective and this explains the 12% growth our barge activities have shown. We are of course very pleased with these figures.”

Georgia - A quarter century of top-notch service

What once began as a modest two-man company in an 80 m2 apartment in Tbilisi has grown to become a leading firm with a staff of 30 at its own 2,500 m2 business premises. John Braeckeveldt leads the moving team in Georgia and gives us a few highlights of the company’s 25 years in business.

Marcel Boer - In loving memory

It is with great sadness that we inform you about the unexpected passing of our beloved colleague Marcel Boer. Marcel, aged 47 was diagnosed with cancer only a few days before he died on 15 April 2020.

Renewal of regulated air freight agent status

Good news for our team at Brucargo. The Regulated Agent status for air freight guarantees a secure supply chain for cargo from departure to arrival. Gosselin Logistics’ status has been renewed for the next five years.

Italian cultural heritage tours Europe

What happens when you combine art and heritage with the Italian embassy’s network and Gosselin’s know-how? This results in a surprising and varied exposition on the soul of Italy, organized in minute detail, and travelling through Armenia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and Bulgaria.

Our operations in Italy

Even though the Coronavirus has put restrictions on travel in Italy, there are no restrictions on the transport of goods nor on customs activities.

A good dose of people skills

Jill works as a move coordinator for the moving division in Antwerp. “There’s no such thing as a typical work day for a move coordinator,” Jill says.

Heal with a meal

Gosselin participates in FIDI charity event and supports a good cause in India by cooking a meal.

Diplomatic moving in the Caucasus

Also in the Caucasus countries Georgia, Azerbaijan and Armenia, Gosselin can rely on its years of expertise in moving diplomats. We spoke with John Braeckeveldt, regional manager of the Gosselin offices in the Caucasus, right in the middle of a busy 700 cbm office move for an embassy.

The best trip of my life

Patrick Goutoule and his travel companion, Marianne, took a trip from France to Mongolia in a 1975 Citroën Deux-Chevaux (2CV). The engine gave out on the way back near Warsaw, and they called on Gosselin to bring the car back to France.

Love in times of Brexit

The merger of Gosselin and DT Moving, with offices in Paris and London, was completed in 2017. High time to meet the colleagues in the United Kingdom. We take a peek behind the scenes - over a cup of tea of course - and meet a moving team that combines years of expertise with current trends. Welcome to Britain.

Gosselin welcomes Lennert de Jong as Manager European Services

Gosselin is very pleased to welcome Lennert de Jong as Manager European Services. Lennert joined the international moving company on July, 1 and will primarily be working from our BeNeLux offices whilst keeping a close eye on the global groupage opportunities in the ports of Antwerp and Rotterdam.

Welcome Jessica Deutschmann, Partner Relations Manager at Gosselin

Gosselin is very pleased to welcome Jessica Deutschmann as Partner Relations Manager, representing our Gosselin moving services network throughout Europe and the Caucasus. Jessica joined Gosselin July 1 in this new role which comes along with heavy travelling activities. Her home-base is Berlin, Germany where Jessica has spent the past 14 years with a fellow FIDI agent in different roles.

Gosselin Logistics to take 700 containers off the road each year

After a visit to the Gosselin Logistics container terminal, sauce producer Manna Foods decided to start shipping its container freight to the Deurganck Dock via lighter connections. This successful partnership between Multimodaal.Vlaanderen, Gosselin Logistics and Remant Africa Logistics has generated a 70% reduction in CO2 for Manna Foods.

Uitbreiding Gosselin Selfstorage in Deurne

Op de plaats waar vroeger de Crown ‘stopkesfabriek’ was, bouwde Gosselin in 2014 een selfstorage uit. Particulieren en bedrijven kunnen er opslagplaatsen huren van 6 tot 60m³. Na een eerste uitbreiding in 2017, volgt nu een tweede uitbreiding.

Gosselin Logistics haalt 700 containers per jaar van de weg

Na een bezoek aan de containerterminal van Gosselin Logistics besliste sauzenproducent Manna Foods om het containertransport naar het Deurganckdock via lichterverbinding te laten verlopen. Deze succesvolle samenwerking met Multimodaal.Vlaanderen, Gosselin Logistics en Remant Africa Logistics resulteert voor Manna Foods in een reductie van 70% minder CO2.

Gosselin Ukraine - 55 years of experience in 1 office

From their office in Kiev, a team of six employees serves a country that has a population four times that of Belgium and is nearly as large as France. “We can guarantee customers a safe, fast and carefree process, even for the most complex moving projects,” according to managing director Vlad Vasylenko.

Gosselin Logistics achieves AEO status

At Gosselin, being quality minded is one of our core characteristics. That is why we are glad to announce that our logistics division recently achieved the AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) status.

Gosselin moves Georgia’s national pride to Tallinn and Paris

Niko Pirosmani never could have known that his works would travel the entire continent after his death. Destitute at the time of his passing one hundred years ago, the Georgian artist’s work is now worth millions. Pirosmani didn’t achieve international recognition until after his death, inspiring greats such as Picasso.

Important message about Azerbaijan Customs

We want to inform you about the revisions in Customs regulation in Azerbaijan. Starting from 1st Feb 2019, it will be obligated to write a simplified declaration with shipment details before the shipment passes the Azerbaijan border.

New FIDI member Gosselin The Netherlands

There's a new FIDI kid on the block. Recently, Gosselin The Netherlands achieved the prestigious FAIM certificate from FIDI. Gosselin The Netherlands is ready and excited for the new year. The team remains at your service and is eager to provide you with their high-quality DSP services and alike.

Gosselin works 1 hour for life

Gosselin supports the charity organization SOS Children’s Villages for the 3rd consecutive year. With this year’s campaign “Work 1 hour for Life” we’ll work 1 hour to help build a warm home and future for young children who grow up without their parents.

Expanding knowledge in Bucharest

In early November, a group of 13 employees went to Bucharest for intensive training. During the five-day training program, the participants were given the opportunity to really expand their knowledge on moving. We asked Caroline Stroobants about her experience.

Exceptional works of art at UN headquarters in New York

As a specialist in moving works of art, it takes a lot to surprise us here at Gosselin Mobility. This time, our team in Italy wasn’t focusing on medieval masters, but on modern works from differently abled artists from Rome. At the initiative of the Community of Sant’Egidio, these artists were given an exposition in New York.

Statue of a saint

Every now and then, Gosselin receives a request to move unusual objects. Recently, our team in Italy moved a statue of the murdered Archbishop Óscar Arnulfo Romero from El Salvador to Rome. Stefania Petrocchi and Roberta Tanzi were responsible for ensuring the move at destination went off without a hitch.

From Paris to Tbilisi and back again

Gosselin Mobility is active in 34 countries, and this means just as many different cultures and stories. In this edition, we drink coffee in Paris and tea in Tbilisi to find out more. Even though the two offices are 3,500 kilometers apart as the crow flies, there is so much that connects them, such as great wine for example.

The right man for the right prices

Gosselin Mobility works closely with over 450 moving agents from every corner of the globe. Dennis van den Bussche is one of these ‘faces’ who is in daily contact with these agents. Our pricing specialist tells us more over a cup of coffee.

CrossTrades OBL Annual Meeting in Ethiopia

The annual CrossTrades OBL network meeting was held in Addis Ababa from September 23 through 26. Agents from all over the world met in the Ethiopian capital for this three-day event to exchange experiences, visit clients and plot out the future of the logistics network.

Gosselin opens state-of-the-art warehouse complex

Gosselin opens 12,000-m2 state-of-the-art warehouse complex in the presence of clients, prominent figures and staff. Just less than a year after starting up its operational warehouse activities, Gosselin made the time to officially open the impressive building on the Merksemsesteenweg.

FIDI - How four little letters can make the difference for your move

When you move, you are not only relocating your closet and kitchen table, you’re moving your entire life. In order to ensure this all goes smoothly, it’s best to call in a professional. You will recognize these companies by the FIDI certificate. Gosselin Mobility Belgium is one of the companies that bears this quality seal.

When Movers Move | Rory Lautenbach

Coincidence or not? Many movers also happen to be expats who have seen a considerable part of the world during their travels. An interview with Rory Lautenbach about living, quality of life and finding happiness in South Africa and England.

On tour with Bernini

Even as a teenager, Gian Lorenzo Bernini spent his free time working with a hammer, chisel and block of marble. Over 300 years after his death, this prodigy of the Baroque movement is still highly praised by art aficionados from every corner of the world. Gosselin Mobility is currently taking part of Bernini’s oeuvre on a unique journey to a few of these very corners.

Logistics with a heart

How does the Gosselin Logistics’ air freight team make the difference at Brucargo? “We are part of a worldwide network, and this provides us with a lot of clout. At the same time, we apply the type of hands-on approach you might only expect from a smaller company.” Read part two of the interview with Martine Vermoesen.

Joining forces in air freight

The Brucargo air freight activities are experiencing an upward trend. Gosselin Logistics is reinforcing its presence by further professionalizing its import and export services, customs and clearance activities and by expanding the team. The Brussels airport is also undergoing further expansion to become the Gosselin Group’s European platform.

When movers move | Olivier Ravon

Coincidence or not? Many of Gosselin’s employees also happen to be expats who have seen a considerable part of the world during their travels. An interview with Olivier Ravon about living, quality of life and finding happiness in France and Romania.

Heavy load on the road

How do you get an old transformer measuring 7 x 3 x 5 meters to your scrapping facility? Easy. Just contact Gosselin and Heavy. This spring, a few colleagues transported a 100-ton giant for grid operator Elia from an old power plant in Antwerp, Belgium to Tilburg in the Netherlands.

Moving experts in Georgia and Azerbaijan

The offices of Gosselin Mobility in Tbilisi and Baku will collaborate more closely in the future. The local teams are joining forces and expertise to offer customers in the Caucasus an even more complete experience.

Russian mobility experts ready for kick-off

Starting Thursday, June 14, the best soccer countries in the world will be competing to win the legendary Fifa World Cup championship. For an entire month, millions of soccer fans will not only be able to witness top athletic achievements but will also have the chance to explore the rich Russian culture and economy.

Antwerp museum ship on wheels

After more than 42 years, Antwerp has said farewell to the Lauranda, the ship docked next to the medieval fortress Het Steen. The specialists at Gosselin’s subsidiary, Heavy were charged with the delicate task of towing the inland navigation vessel away.

Diplomats dance the samba

This past April, Italians and Brazilians got to know each other better during the ‘Between Friends’ event held at the Brazilian embassy in Rome. For Gosselin Mobility Italy, the lively five-day event marked the beginning of a new phase in its relationship with Brazilian diplomats.

My internship at Gosselin

Yasmine is a student at the Karel de Grote University College in Antwerp, Belgium, and is studying Logistics Management. She did an internship at Gosselin for a few months in the spring.

Sharing knowledge for growth

In January and March, 60 colleagues travelled twice from their respective home cities to meet in Antwerp for two-day training courses. Ernst Jörg, father of COO Marcel, took the initiative to provide the trainings, get to know everyone and forge new bonds.

Experts in diplomatic moves

When it comes to moving diplomats, Gosselin Mobility has a few dozen years of experience to fall back on. Luc Premereur, sales director for diplomatic services in Belgium, and move coordinators Jill Van de Weyer and Tonnie De Coninck tell us more.

Which are the best cities to live in?

Eight of the ten best cities to live in worldwide are in Europe according to the results of the annual survey conducted by the consulting firm Mercer. The Austrian capital of Vienna made the top of the list for the ninth time in a row.

Logistics for new Toneelhuis production

FC Bergman is a Belgian theater company affiliated with the Toneelhuis. Their latest production, 'JR', is a captivating show packed full of powerful images, and thanks to Gosselin and Heavy, it will be put on at very unusual locations.

34 works by Caravaggio go on tour

Their cuisine, their cars and their art; Italians are justifiably proud of all three. Gosselin Mobility recently had the privilege of sharing in this pride with a unique transport of 34 Caravaggios.

At the top of fashion

Eighteen years after it released its first modest collection, fashion label Essentiel is full steam ahead when it comes to conquering international fashion markets. The logistics engine is also running at high speed.

Gosselin and the silk road

With an investment of 5 trillion dollars, China will significantly expand its connectivity with the world over the coming 30 years. The infrastructure of roads, shipping and flight routes, and railroads will be undergoing enormous expansion. This last mode of transport is particularly worth (re)discovering.

We welcome you at IAM

Gosselin Mobility welcomes you at booth 706 at the 55th International Association of Movers Conference in Long Beach, California. From October 9 through 12. See you then!

New offices in Milan, Italy

Gosselin Mobility Italy opens Business Development Center in Milan. "This is the next step in accomplishing our vision for Italy”, explains Marc Smet, CEO of the Gosselin Group.

Gosselin Mobility acquires moving division of Packimpex

The pan-European group Gosselin Mobility acquires the moving activities of Packimpex as per July 1st, 2017. The deal concluded between Marc Smet (CEO and owner of Gosselin) and Marcel Jörg (CEO and owner of Packimpex) includes the moving and storage activities and real estate properties of Packimpex.

On a mission

Gosselin Logistics’ Walter Van Mechelen, Geert De Wilde and Philippe Van Schoor are on their way to Seoul and Shanghai with a dual mission: to strengthen ties with the Crosstrades network and seek out new opportunities in the fascinating, growing Asian economy.

NEW SERVICES FOCUS ON AFRICA

The logistics division of the company Gosselin expands its activities and offers export from Europe and China to landlocked Sub-Saharan countries.

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